A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "What's the wifi password" in French
Ask for the Wi-Fi password in French with this essential phrase for travelers and visitors.
Quel est le mot de passe du wifi ?
kel eh luh moh duh pahss doo wee-FEEneutral
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Use this when you're at a café, restaurant, hotel, or even a friend's house and need to connect to the internet. It's a direct and polite way to ask for the access code.
Alternatives
- Vous avez le wifi ?A more indirect way to ask if Wi-Fi is available, implying you'd like the password.
- C'est quoi le code wifi ?Slightly more casual, good for younger people or very informal settings.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'mot'
The 't' in 'mot' is silent; it sounds like 'moh', not 'mot'.
Ignoring liaison
In 'mot de passe', the 't' of 'mot' should link to the 'd' of 'de' for smoother pronunciation.
Mispronouncing 'wifi'
French speakers often pronounce 'wifi' as 'wee-fee', not like the English 'why-fy'.
A small cultural note
While many places offer free Wi-Fi, some might require a purchase or have time limits. It's always good to ask politely.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How do I ask for the wifi password politely?
Using 'Quel est le mot de passe du wifi ?' is standard and polite. You can also add 's'il vous plaît' at the end for extra politeness.
What if they ask me for my name or room number?
If they ask for your name or room number, just provide that information clearly. They might be using it to log your access.
Can I just say 'Wifi?'
While a simple 'Wifi ?' might sometimes work in very casual settings, it's not very polite and could be misunderstood. The full phrase is much better.
